CmapTools AlternativesMind Mapping Tools and other similar apps like CmapTools

CmapTools is described as 'Concept maps on servers, edit their maps synchronously (at the same time) with other users on the Internet, and search the web for information relevant to a concept map' and is a Mind Mapping tool in the office & productivity category. There are more than 25 alternatives to CmapTools for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Web-based, Linux and Android apps. The best CmapTools alternative is LibreOffice - Draw, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like CmapTools are yEd Graph Editor, Lucidchart, Microsoft Visio and Coggle.

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    Draw lets you produce anything from a quick sketch to a complex plan, and gives you the means to communicate with graphics and diagrams. With a maximum page size of 300cm by 300cm, Draw is a an excellent package for producing technical drawings, general posters, and much else.

    97 LibreOffice - Draw alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flathub
     
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    Comments about LibreOffice - Draw as an Alternative to CmapTools
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    CmapTools has more space on the screen to draw a flowchart, LibreOffice Draw no. Anyway CmapTools does not work on my version of Windows 10 instead LibreOffice yes.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • LibreOffice - Draw is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to CmapTools.

    • LibreOffice - Draw is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to CmapTools.

    • LibreOffice - Draw is Free and Open SourceCmapTools is Free and Proprietary
    • LibreOffice - Draw is Lightweight and Privacy focusedCmapTools is not according to our users
  2. yEd Graph Editor icon
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    yEd is a powerful diagram editor that can be used to quickly create diagrams manually or import external data for analysis and auto-magically arrange even large data sets by just pressing a button. You can use yEd to quickly create flow charts, BPMN and UML diagrams...

    117 yEd Graph Editor alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • BSD
     
    • yEd Graph Editor is the most popular Web-based alternative to CmapTools.

    • yEd Graph Editor is Free and ProprietaryCmapTools is also Free and Proprietary
  3. Lucidchart icon
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    Lucidchart is a cloud-based platform that promotes teamwork through diagramming, collaboration, and data visualization. It serves millions worldwide, offering flowcharts, UML, real-time collaboration, Visio support, and browser access. Designed for innovation and understanding, it integrates easily into workflows.

    63 Lucidchart alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
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    Comments about Lucidchart as an Alternative to CmapTools
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    Negative
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    Do not open/import cmap files

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Lucidchart is a great CmapTools alternative.

    • Lucidchart is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad, SaaS & Android Tablet alternative to CmapTools.

    • Lucidchart is Freemium and ProprietaryCmapTools is Free and Proprietary
  4. Microsoft Visio icon
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    Create data-connected diagrams with real-time collaboration as part of the Office Suite. Ideal for IT and business professionals, it visualizes complex info with ease, providing intuitive tools for diagramming, mind mapping, and vector graphics.

    124 Microsoft Visio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
    • Microsoft Visio is the most popular commercial alternative to CmapTools.

    • Microsoft Visio is Paid and ProprietaryCmapTools is Free and Proprietary
  5. Coggle icon
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    Coggle is a simple, beautiful, powerful way of structuring information. It's designed to help you understand things, and then share your knowledge by arranging your document in the same way that your mind works.

    102 Coggle alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
     
  6. Copy a direct link to this comment to your clipboard

    Efficient web-based tool for constructing high-quality commutative diagrams. Offers LaTeX export with embedded links, intuitive interface supporting both mouse and keyboard inputs, and features like multiple selections, macro support, and smart label alignment.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Online
     
  7. Mindomo icon
     155 likes
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    Mindomo is the easiest online software for creating mind maps, concept maps, outlines and various other types of diagrams. The following features make it the perfect choice both for business and education:

    131 Mindomo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Firefox
     
  8. Google Drawings icon
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    Google Drawings, part of Google Drive, allows users to collaborate creating, sharing, and editing images or drawings. It can be used for creating charts, diagrams, designs, flow-charts, etc.

    72 Google Drawings alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Chrome OS
    • Google Chrome
     
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    Versatile diagram software offering extensive templates for flowcharts, org charts, and more. AI integration simplifies diagramming, facilitates project analysis, and includes features like chatbots and OCR. Suitable for personal, professional, and collaborative use.

    126 Wondershare EdrawMax alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • Android
     
  10. Creately icon
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    Web-based diagram platform offers real-time teamwork, 50+ diagram and mind mapping types, technical wireframing, smart objects, templates, version control, secure cloud storage, PDF export, collaboration tools, commenting, and integration for business and education use.

    77 Creately alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
     
  11. Intrigue icon
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    Organize literature into ideas, fast. Intrigue lets you quickly organize the papers you read alongside your thoughts in a visual & clean manner. Features include:

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Snapcraft
     
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